Spring Sun (Lentezon): Castle Ruin Brederode

"Spring Sun (Lentezon): Castle Ruin Brederode" is a captivating painting by Piet Mondrian, created between 1900 and 1910. This beautiful oil on canvas, measuring 23 3/4 x 28 3/4 inches, is currently part of the collection here at the Dallas Museum of Art. nn As you can see, the painting depicts the ruins of Castle Brederode, peeking through a delicate screen of bare trees. The castle walls, painted in muted reds and browns, stand out against the pale blue sky. Notice how the trees, their branches still mostly bare, dominate the foreground, their dark trunks and branches creating an intricate pattern against the lighter background. nn The sunlight filters beautifully through the branches, casting dappled shadows on the ground and the castle walls, creating a sense of depth and movement. The ground, painted in muted greens and browns, hints at the beginning of spring, the promise of new life. The overall palette is subdued, reflecting the transitional nature of the season.